我们的使命、愿景和价值观
The 董事会 of Directors recently approved an updated mission statement and vision statement that better reflects our organization, 我们的工作, 以及我们如何为社区服务. We also reconfirmed the values that guide 我们的工作.
我们的使命
D.C. 酒吧 公益性服务 Center empowers and strengthens our 社区 by advancing access to justice through pro bono services, 法律教育, 整体倡导.
我们的愿景
The 公益性服务 Center envisions a District of Columbia where equity and access to justice are not aspirations, 但事实是, and the legal profession rises to meet the needs in our 社区.
我们的价值观
Diversity, Inclusion, and Racial Justice
We recognize and combat structural inequalities that marginalize members of our 社区. We strive to disrupt systems of power that create equity barriers both outside and within our organization. We uphold the rights, dignity, and individuality of all members of our 社区. We value the diverse voices and perspectives of those directly impacted by injustice. In doing so, we honor and acknowledge the identities, lived experiences, and goals of our clients.
服务
Our passion for service drives 我们的工作. By offering ongoing training and mentorship, we serve as a resource not only to our clients, 还有我们的志愿者和D.C. 法律社会. We inspire a culture of service by facilitating meaningful pro bono experiences.
创新
Advancing access to justice is an evolving process that requires creative solutions. We see challenges as opportunities to learn, 成长, and develop innovative service models to better meet the needs of our clients within a changing legal system. We are leaders in law and technology who share new knowledge with our partners through teaching and mentorship.
协作
Our work is powered by collective action. Our diverse backgrounds and experiences foster thoughtful and inclusive collaboration. 我们建立联盟, 召集利益相关者, and share resources amongst our networks to deliver impactful legal services.
完整性
We hold ourselves and our colleagues accountable to our clients, 社区, 志愿者, 捐助者, 以及其他利益相关者. As champions of pro bono services in the legal profession, we ensure our clients receive high-quality legal services. We build trust through transparency, honesty, and the effective stewardship of our resources. We make decisions based on what is right and just, even when faced with difficult choices or conflicting interests.
社区
We are committed to building a 社区 where unobstructed access to justice is available to all. We stand with our neighbors and foster relationships founded on trust, 同情, 同理心, 相互尊重. We value the voices and experiences of all and honor the perspectives of our clients to create a more just and equitable world.
Our generous 志愿者 and dedicated 捐助者 make it possible for the 公益性服务 Center to serve thousands of low-income residents each year. If you are not already involved, please join us today.
